How to Freeze Zucchini (Slices or Shredded)

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Enjoy the best and most flavorful squash year-round when you learn How to Freeze Zucchini, sliced or shredded, using these two easy methods.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Cut and remove both ends from the zucchini squash. Slice into ½-inch pieces.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and boil zucchini slices for 1 minute. Remove zucchini with a slotted spoon and immediately immerse into an ice bath until cool to the touch. Dry off with a paper towel or dish towel.
Place squash pieces in a single layer on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1-2 hours or until firm.
Place frozen zucchini pieces into a large gallon-sized ziplock bag and store for up to 3-4 months in the freezer.

Shred zucchini using a food processor or a boxed grater.
Wring out as much moisture as possible using a cheese cloth. It's best that you do this BEFORE freezing to prevent a mushy mess after thawing.
Measure and store zucchini in 1 cup portions in 1-quart freezer safe bags.

To thaw: Place the bag of frozen zucchini in the refrigerator overnight, soak it in room temperature water for a few hours, or pop it in the microwave.